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Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE vs Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera

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Updated September 2026
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2026 verdict
Even though the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera undercuts it on price and offers more connectivity options, the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE still wins this camera matchup overall, backed by a stronger rating, PoE wired power, color night vision, RTSP streaming, a wider range of alerts, hub functionality and a privacy zone. That broader connectivity support genuinely matters for buyers who need more flexible network options for their outdoor floodlight setup. Anyone who wants a wired, hub-capable camera with color night vision and deep privacy controls should choose the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE, while those who prioritize flexible connectivity and a lower price should pick the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera.
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FeatureAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoEBlink Outdoor 4 Floodlight CameraWinner
Price$199.99$39.99Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera
Rating4.54.1Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
PoEYESNOAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
ConnectivityEthernet2.4 GHz WiFi, EthernetBlink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera
Color Night VisionYESNOAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
RTSPYESNOAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
AlertsMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm SoundMotion, People, Animals, VehiclesAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
HubZigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter BridgeNoneAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
Privacy ZoneYESNOAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE
Weather ResistanceIP65YESTie
LightYESFloodlightTie
Warranty1 year1 yearTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE or Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera?

The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE is the better overall pick. It wins on rating, PoE power, color night vision, RTSP streaming, alert variety, hub functionality and a privacy zone, while the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera only leads on price and connectivity options.

What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE and Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera?

The biggest difference is wired hub functionality versus flexible connectivity: the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE runs on PoE with RTSP streaming and hub features, while the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera offers more connectivity choices at a lower price.

Does the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera offer more connectivity options than the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE?

Yes. The Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera supports more connectivity options, giving it flexibility the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE does not match, though the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE still wins overall on rating, PoE power and hub functionality.

Who should buy the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE?

Buyers who want a wired, hub-connected camera with color night vision, RTSP streaming and a dedicated privacy zone should choose the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE.

Who should buy the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera?

Shoppers who prioritize flexible connectivity options and a lower price over hub functionality should pick the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera.

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